Gable Steveson comments on Tom Aspinall vacating UFC heavyweight title

Tom Aspinall has vacated his UFC heavyweight title following a lengthy recovery period from an illegal eye poke injury he sustained during UFC 321. Gable Steveson shared his thoughts on Aspinall's resignation, expressing sympathy while viewing it as an opportunity for younger fighters in the division. Steveson commented on Aspinall's significant absence and indicated that it opens pathways for others to compete for the title. Heavyweights including Josh Hokit are vocal about their ambitions for the vacant championship, pushing for title shots in light of Aspinall’s departure.

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